Scout
Scout is a girl name of English origin meaning “One who gathers information”, pronounced SKOWT. It ranked #997 in the United States in 2025, given to 254 babies, and peaked at #691 in 2022. Common nicknames: Scouty.
How popular is Scout in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Scout mean, and where does it come from?
Scout comes through Old French from the Latin auscultare, "to listen" — a scout is someone sent ahead to hear what can be heard. As a name it belongs almost entirely to one character: Jean Louise Finch, the narrator of To Kill a Mockingbird, known to everyone as Scout. Demi Moore and Bruce Willis gave it to their daughter in 1991, and American records show it arriving the following year. It entered the top thousand in 2018 and is used mostly for girls.
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Famous People Named Scout
- Scout Willis — American actress and musician
- Scout Taylor-Compton — American actress
- Scout Finch — the narrator of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Scout mean?
Scout is a girl name of English origin meaning "One who gathers information." Scout comes through Old French from the Latin auscultare, "to listen" — a scout is someone sent ahead to hear what can be heard. As a name it belongs almost entirely to one character: Jean Louise Finch, the narrator of To Kill a Mockingbird, known to everyone as Scout.
How do you pronounce Scout?
Scout is pronounced SKOWT. Common variations include Scoute, Skout.
Is Scout a girl name?
Yes, Scout is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Scouty.